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Commander ad Populum, Ep 174: It’s OK to Build THAT Deck

Ryan Peneff
February 2, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I discuss building decks around legendary creatures that have a reputation or the stigma of being that deck. I look at why people might feel the way they do, with examples from outside Magic. We fini... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 173: Wholesome MtG Daddery and Arabian Nights!

Ryan Peneff
January 26, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We kick off this week's show with a couple wholesome MtG stories as I relate a recent FNM experience to my younger playing days. Then, we get into the best cards that Arabian Nights had to offer and how they in... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 171: How I DO and DON’T Want to Influence My Meta

Ryan Peneff
January 12, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week on CadPop, I got deep on what changes I might want to make to my newest deck and how I want myself, the person, and myself, the deck builder, to influence the metas that I play in. A true expansion of... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 170: My Commander New Year Resolutions

Ryan Peneff
January 5, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week on Commander ad Populum I discuss my Commander New Year's resolutions. From what a resolution or goal means to me, to playing more, to improving at my craft. Join me and listen. Then, chime in on soci... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 169: Projecting Positive with Chris von Doom

Ryan Peneff
December 22, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I sit down with long-time friend of the show, active community member and graveyard aficionado, Chris von Doom. Join us! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 168: Learning from a Salty Situation

Ryan Peneff
December 15, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
When have you ever gotten salty? Do you think it was warranted, now that you've calmed down and reflected on the situation? Was it just a bad beat? Was it actually your fault? This week, on Commander ad Populum... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 166: Keeping it 51% Positive

Ryan Peneff
December 1, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I delve into a listener email that reminded me that Magic helps us with many things. From recovering after a life-changing event, to parenting, to staying positive. Sometimes, we just need a reminder... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 165: MtG Las Vegas Triumphs and Criticisms

Ryan Peneff
November 24, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I look back on all the triumphs that were MtG Las Vegas from November 2021! In addition, I get into a few criticisms that I had with the event and what I would like to see be done better at future ga... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 164: Dragons of Tarkir Set Retrospective

Ryan Peneff
November 18, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We conclude Tarkir Block this week with the Dragons of Tarkir set retrospective. This set had a bunch of cards for one of my personal, and longest standing, decks. Check them all out with me. It'll make your An... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 163: Fate Reforged Set Retrospective

Ryan Peneff
November 10, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, on CadPopCast, we continue our journey through Khans of Tarkir Block, with the Fate Reforged set retrospective. With a couple really good legendary creatures, dragons, hidden gems and another shot at... Read More...
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